Wood Guide

Expert guides to help you choose the right wood for your project. Learn about species characteristics, cut types, processing methods, and how to evaluate slabs before you buy.

Species Guides

In-depth profiles of the most popular wood species for slabs and lumber.

Cedar tree

Cedar

Janka: 350 lbf Reddish-brown to pink (western red), pale yellow (Alaskan),...

Cherry tree

Cherry

Janka: 950 lbf Light pinkish-brown when fresh, deepening to rich reddish-br...

Maple tree

Maple

Janka: 1,450 lbf Creamy white to light reddish-brown; spalted varieties show...

Oak tree

Oak

Janka: 1,290 lbf Light tan to medium brown (white oak); pinkish-red to light...

Redwood tree

Redwood

Janka: 420 lbf Deep reddish-brown heartwood, cream-colored sapwood; old-gro...

Walnut tree

Walnut

Janka: 1,010 lbf Rich dark brown to purplish-black heartwood, creamy white sa...

Wood Concepts

Cut types, processing methods, and guides for buying and selling slabs.

Wood Slab Buying Guide: How to Choose the Right Slab

Everything first-time slab buyers need to know — species selection, moisture con...

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